Dairy-Free Cilantro Dressing
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Dairy-Free Cilantro Dressing, a silky, herb-forward delight that's perfect for salads, tacos, bowls, and beyond. Made with fresh cilantro leaves, zesty lime juice, and creamy unsweetened almond milk, this recipe skips the dairy without compromising on flavor. A hint of garlic, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and your choice of honey or maple syrup adds depth and balance, while extra-virgin olive oil ensures a luscious texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this blender-friendly dressing is easy to whip up and refrigerates beautifully for a burst of fresh, tangy flavor in every drizzle. Perfect for vegans, lactose-intolerant foodies, or anyone looking for a healthy twist, this cilantro dressing is sure to become a fridge staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups, packed Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
Wash and dry the cilantro leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, olive oil, lime juice, garlic cloves, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, and unsweetened almond milk.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure even blending.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to your liking.
Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or a sealable container.
Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Stir well before using and enjoy your dairy-free cilantro dressing drizzled over salads, tacos, or as a flavorful dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1446 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1222 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
